Claylick Boat-In Campground

FS USDA Forest Service · Primitive

Conditions

Road Access Not recorded
Season Not recorded
Campfires Campfires Allowed
Boondock Access Not recorded

The managing agency hasn't published road access or season for this campground. The description and directions below often mention it — and it's worth calling the agency before a long drive.

Features

Warning No Drive In Access
Style Primitive Reservable

Campground Stats

Total Sites2
Overnight Sites2

Location

38.05903, -83.471534

Description

Overview

Claylick Boat-in Campground is located on Cave Run Lake on the Cumberland District. It features 13 primitive campsites on Cave Run Lake. The campground must be entered by boat or by walking in from the nearby Claylick Boat Ramp parking lot. The walk is approximately 1/2-mile. Boat moorings are available at the campground for those who boat in. If you park at Claylick Boat Ramp and walk in, you will need to purchase a pass to display in your vehicle. 

Natural Features

Cave Run Lake is widely known for its scenic beauty and varied outdoor recreation opportunities. The lake is also the home of Kentucky's state record muskie. This 8,270-acre lake is jointly operated and managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the U.S. Forest Service. 

Directions

From I-64, take exit 133 and go south on KY 801. In 13.7 miles, 801 merges directly onto KY 1274. After another 1.9 miles, turn right onto Forest Service Road 968 (Claylick Road). The boat ramp is located at the end of the road. 

Details

Email[email protected]
ReservableYes

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